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Entertainment April 16, 2026

APPRENTICE ICONS BACK FROM THE DEAD: Nick & Margaret RECLAIM THE BOARDROOM!

APPRENTICE ICONS BACK FROM THE DEAD: Nick & Margaret RECLAIM THE BOARDROOM!

The tension is building. After weeks of grueling challenges and boardroom battles, the final of the business competition is upon us, and a familiar duo is returning to the fold.

Lord Sugar won’t be facing the final pitches alone. Nick Hewer and Margaret Mountford, the original advisors who helped shape the show’s early years, are back to lend their expertise and help determine which finalist truly deserves the £250,000 investment.

Adding even more weight to the decision, three past winners – Dr. Leah Totton, Ricky Martin, and Dean Franklin – will join the advisory panel. Their combined experience promises a rigorous assessment of the finalists’ business plans.

Television Programme: The Apprentice with Margaret Mountford, Sir Alan Sugar (centre), and Nick Hewer. Undated handout of BBC One's The Apprentice board members, Margaret Mountford, boss Sir Alan Sugar (centre), and Nick Hewer. Series starts on Wednesday March 25, 2009 on BBC One @2100. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Issue date: Tuesday March 17, 2009. See PA story SHOWBIZ Apprentice. Photo credit should read: BBC/PA Wire

Tonight, Karishma Vijay and Pascha Myhill will face the ultimate test: pitching their ventures to this formidable group of industry experts. The stakes are incredibly high, and the atmosphere is expected to be electric.

All eyes are on Karishma, who has consistently impressed throughout the series. She stands out as the only project manager to secure victory in multiple tasks, making her the clear favorite among viewers and bookmakers alike.

Online forums are buzzing with predictions, with many believing Karishma’s success is inevitable. Her established skincare business, KishKin, and Lord Sugar’s prior experience in the beauty industry are seen as significant advantages.

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However, Pascha Myhill isn’t conceding defeat. As one of the youngest finalists in the show’s history, she’s determined to seize this life-changing opportunity and prove her worth.

Pascha reveals that while the investment is appealing, the true draw of the competition was the potential partnership with Lord Sugar. She emphasizes her capability to launch her recruitment company independently, but recognizes the immense value of his mentorship.

The final showdown will air tonight, promising a captivating conclusion to a season filled with ambition, innovation, and intense competition. The question remains: who will ultimately earn Lord Sugar’s trust and secure the coveted investment?

Karishma Vijay

The finalists have prepared, the advisors are assembled, and the panel is ready. Tonight, one entrepreneur will realize their dream, while the other will face the reality of the boardroom door.

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